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Hogenakkal Falls Hogenakkal Falls is located on Kaveri River in the Dharmapuri District of the state, 123 Kms from Hosur.The 'Hogenakkal signifies.Hogenakkal Falls is located on Kaveri River in the Dharmapuri District of the state, 123 Kms from Hosur. The name 'Hogenakkal' signifies Smoky Rocks and is considered as the “Grand Canyon of India”. In Hogenakkal, the locally made boats called Parisal give visitors a rare and adventurous experience.Surrounded by the hills of different heights, Hogenakkal offers the visitors with a special ambience and is a refreshing place to unwind. There are some very good options available for medicinal baths and oil massages in Hogenakkal.it is known for bathing areas and hired boat rides and as a major tourist attraction. Carbonatite rocks in this site are considered to be the oldest of its kind in South Asia and one of the oldest in the world.The Government of Tamil Nadu made a proposal to convert the falls into providing drinking water for the state. Boating in Hogenakkal is allowed during the dry-season as the falls are not strong enough to disrupt the passage of the boats. This is the main source of income for boat operators. Another enthralling activity that you can pursue at the Hogenakkal Falls is trekking, which is a wonderful experience in its own right. The hike overlooking the falls is a beautiful sight to behold, and one cannot help but get mesmerised by the verdant foliage and virgin charms of the place. The hike takes you through a maze of gentle rocks and lush greenery, and tackling the route as it comes is fun - filled and adventurous at the same time. The difficulty level of this trek is not much, so both beginners and seasoned trekkers can enjoy this activity at the Hogenakkal Falls The best season to visit is soon after the monsoons, when the river is in full spate. But some tourists prefer to visit during off-season to skip the crowd.The best time to visit Hogenakkal Falls is from July to October while the peak season is from August to October. Usually it takes one half day to visit Hogenakkal Falls. Freshly caught fish are sold by the gorge and also various vendors selling water and snacks up and down the gorge rowing their coracles is not uncommon. The fish caught include katla, robu, kendai, keluthi, valai, mirgal, aranjan and jilaby. After leaving the gorge, on the left shore one can find improvised stalls set up on the sand. There, one can let the fresh fishes be prepared in

one of the many kitchens. Also, many people can be found swimming or bathing around there. falls are less than 1 km from Hogenakkal Bus Station. There are no good food points near the falls, except simple snacks, soft drinks & fish fry. If possible, try to pack your food near Hogenakkal Bus Station or Dharmapuri. There are many lodges and mid-range options of accommodation in Dharmapuri....